Self-Awareness
Who Am I? You May Find the Answer Abroad.
New research finds living abroad helps people discern their true natures from culturally imposed traits and values.
The Monkeys Know What’s Up
Self-awareness isn’t what sets up apart from other animals, even if a lot of early science assumed that to be the case. Monkeys, too, demonstrate metacognition, and they may have other kinds of awareness as well.
Actors: Emotionally Aware, Yet Particularly Vulnerable
New research finds actors, who are so good at portraying troubled characters, have difficulty discussing their own personal traumas.
Kidding Yourself Is No Laughing Matter
New research finds people who deny their darker impulses laugh less frequently.